Chanakya National Law University - [CNLU]

Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna admits students based on CLAT for UG and PG programmes, followed by centralized counselling. Admission to doctoral programmes is conducted through a university-regulated entrance test and personal interview. The university offers UG, PG, and doctoral programmes in law, with popular courses including the B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and PG Diploma.

• Admission Cycle: December – July
• Application Mode: Online through the CNLU admission portal
• Official Website: cnlu.ac.in

Entrance Exams Accepted by CNLU

1. CNLU Patna Important Events 
2. CNLU Patna Integrated Course Admission  
3. CNLU Patna Admission 
4. CNLU Patna Cutoff 
5. CNLU Patna Reservation Criteria

CNLU Patna Important Events 2026

For 2026, CNLU Patna is filling its seats through several rounds of CLAT counselling, with each round specifying allotment and fee submission timelines. Aspirants need to track these rounds closely to secure their admission and complete the required formalities on time.

CLAT PG Exam Dates 2026

Note:

• Admission confirmation fee: Candidates opting for the Freeze option must pay the fee to the Consortium to confirm admission under the final allotment list
• University Fee: After adjusting for Confirmation Fee and Counselling Registration Fee

CNLU Patna Integrated LLB Course Admission 2026

These are popular 5-year integrated law programs at CNLU.

• Course: BBALLB / BALLB 
• Admission: Through CLAT UG followed by counselling by the Consortium of NLUs
• Eligibility: 10+2 with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC/ST)
• Total Intake: 69 seats per course

CNLU Patna Integrated LLB Selection Process

• Register and appear for CLAT UG 2026.
• Apply through the CLAT Consortium official portal.
• Shortlisting based on CLAT All India Rank (AIR).
• Participate in CLAT counselling and seat allotment.
• Report to CNLU for admission formalities.

CNLU Patna Integrated LLB Documents Required

• Class 10 Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
• Class 12 Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
• CLAT Admit Card & Scorecard
• Transfer / Migration Certificate
• Conduct / Character Certificate
• Category / Reservation Certificate (if applicable)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Recent Passport-Size Photographs
• Valid Government Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Driving License)

CNLU Patna Integrated Course Seat Matrix 2026:

CNLU Patna offers a total of 69 seats each for BA LLB (Hons) / BBA LLB (Hons) programs. The seat distribution amongst various categories are as follows:

CNLU Patna Admission 2026

Admissions to Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna are primarily based on CLAT scores, which serve as the single gateway for UG and PG law programmes. Admission to Ph.D. programmes is conducted through the CNLU Ph.D. Entrance Test, followed by an interview.

CNLU Application Process

• Register on CLAT Portal: Visit the official CLAT website and complete the CLAT registration process.
• Select CNLU, Patna: Choose Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna while filling in college preferences.
• Appear for CLAT Exam: Download the admit card and appear for the exam at the allotted centre.
• Check CLAT Result & Merit List: CLAT results are released by the Consortium, followed by centralized counselling.
• Participate in CLAT Counselling: Register for counselling, lock preferences, and select CNLU based on rank and availability.
• Seat Allotment & Verification: Seats are allotted based on CLAT score, category, and seat availability.
• ​Fee Payment & Admission Confirmation: Pay the admission fee and complete document verification to confirm admission.

Note: CNLU does not charge any separate application or counselling fee. Candidates are only required to pay the CLAT application fee for UG and PG admissions.

CNLU Patna Cutoff 2026

Tabulated below are CNLU Patna CLAT UG Cutoff 2026 for the category-wise home state.

Tabulated below are CNLU Patna CLAT PG Cutoff 2026 for the category-wise home state.

CNLU Patna Reservation Criteria

CNLU, Patna follows Bihar state and national reservation norms, with vertical and horizontal reservations applied during CLAT-based admissions.

Reservation:

• 5% seats are reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) across all categories, as per university and government norms.

Important Notes:

• CNLU follows Bihar state reservation norms for applicable categories.
• Reservation benefits under state categories are applicable only to eligible Bihar domicile candidates.
• Admission is conducted through CLAT centralized counselling, and seat allocation is based on CLAT rank, category, domicile rules, and seat availability.

CNLU Patna Admission FAQs

Ques. Does CNLU have a state domicile quota?

Ans. CNLU admits students purely on merit, without any preference for state domicile. Candidates from all over India are eligible to apply. Admissions follow the standard reservation rules set by the university. There is no separate quota based on the applicant’s home state.

Ques. Can programme preferences be changed after submitting the application?

Ans. Applicants can modify their programme choices only during the designated correction or counselling period. Outside this window, no changes are permitted under any circumstances. It is important to finalize preferences carefully before submission. Planning ahead ensures that the selected options align with the candidate’s goals.

Ques. Does CNLU give preference to students from Bihar or any other state?

Ans. No, CNLU considers all applicants equally, regardless of their home state. Admissions are purely merit-based, following standard reservation norms. There is no state-specific quota or advantage. Every candidate competes on the same level.